Police injured, arrests made after ‘antisocial’ 200-car Levin burnout
Six cars were impounded and two people were arrested.
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Man dies after his vehicle crashed into trees in Far North
The car rolled on a gentle bend and hit trees.
Hawke’s Bay news in brief: $200,000 Lotto prize won in Napier
There was still Lotto joy in Hawke’s Bay, despite missing out on the big one.
Holiday weekend tragedy: One dead after Northland crash
The crash was reported around 5.30pm yesterday.
Firearms and ammunition supplied to gangs purchased by 'straw buyers'
A police briefing exposes more examples of legal guns supplied on to the black market.
Family 'gobsmacked' after bank tellers help widow with dementia withdraw $300k
'What the hell did they think she was spending the money on?'
Precious photos stolen after dead man's home 'ransacked'
Even a baby photo was taken off the fridge.
New figures show Auckland businesses struggling with crime
Restaurant Association members reported recent 'concerning increases in crime levels'.
Motorcyclist dies following Palmerston North crash
The motorcyclist died after being transported to hospital.
'Riskiest thing we do every day': How can we tackle our high road toll?
A fatal head-on collision is just the latest worrying road accident in 2024.
Missing Chinese woman found alive in 'company of somebody she knows'
Ping Lyu had last been seen in Christchurch on Saturday.
Editorial: Day-of-disruption status inadvertently boosted by PM, Opposition leader
OPINION: Christopher Luxon and Chris Hipkins pumped up the protest by entering the debate.
Victim's horrific half year wait for convicted sex abuser to be sent to prison
Zane De Klerk was convicted of sex offending in November 2023.
Youth charged over ram raids, robberies on Auckland's North Shore
Police said further arrests and charges cannot be ruled out.
Teens allegedly driving stolen vehicle crash after failing to stop for Far North police
'All four occupants were still inside the vehicle and medical assessment was sought.'
Auckland cop charged with causing death of fleeing motorcyclist, heading to trial
Levi Proctor crashed after an officer turned on his lights and sirens.
Duo arrested on yacht after Auckland homes burgled
A 48-year-old man is due to appear in Auckland District Court tomorrow.
Charity that housed 'sadistic' murderer loses secrecy bid
Canterbury charity had battled to keep its name secret since the 2022 murder.
Tamaki addresses sexual abuse allegations involving banned disciple
'I had nothing to do with this alleged offender, I don’t even know him' - Brian Tamaki.
Student with toy gun sends entire Kerikeri school into lockdown
Kerikeri High School was placed under lockdown after reports of a person with a gun.
'Her death must not be in vain': Parents speak ahead of inquest into uni student's party death
The family of Sophia Crestani are still heartbroken more than four years after her death.
'It's astonishing': Road safety advocates welcome long-awaited roadside drug testing
The Government has moved on getting roadside drug testing by the end of the year.
Destiny Church disciple stood down amid sex abuse claims, police probe
Police have launched an investigation into the 'historical sexual assault allegations'.
'Misled by lies': Divorcee loses $580k in romance scam
The victim was sent log in details to a fake UK bank account showing a balance of $3m.
Police seeking help to find alleged fleeing driver who ran into a lagoon
The driver was earlier seen driving in 'an unsafe manner' around midnight.
Navy assist in search for unidentified man missing in Wellington Harbour
Up to 14 vessels and a rescue helicopter scoured Wellington Harbour on Friday.
Editorial: Is Auckland safe?
OPINION: Business owners say that crime is 'getting out of hand in the CBD'.
Police officer admits assaulting youth ram raid suspects after chase
The victims, ages 13, 14 and 17, were passengers in a vehicle that had just been spiked.
'If you're unwell, give up your licence' – Gun law change may have unintended consequences
'People are avoiding going to the doctor' – is that the right outcome for public safety?
Motorcyclist dies after crash involving car in Te Kūiti
Police confirmed that one person has died this evening.
'Barking', yelling after gang fight near school rugby game
Police respond to fracas after nearby car crash.
Auckland's Southwestern Motorway reopens after crash near Onehunga
Southbound traffic was backed up 2km from the crash site on SH20 near Onehunga.
Teammates of fatally stabbed Dunedin teen cancel rugby game in memory of friend
Otago rugby says the 'tragic circumstances' are being felt across the rugby community.